Lab Technician / Lab Incharge

Job Vacancy – Lab Technician / Lab Incharge

Position

Lab Technician / Lab Incharge

Industry

Automotive Manufacturing

Experience

3–5 years

Location

Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu

Preferred Experience

Automotive industry, preferably car seat manufacturing

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Lab Technician / Lab Incharge to manage day-to-day laboratory activities, testing and quality evaluation of materials and finished products. Candidates with experience in automotive manufacturing, especially car seat manufacturing, will be preferred.

Roles & Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day activities of the laboratory and ensure timely completion of testing.

Conduct testing and inspection of raw materials, components, fabrics, foam, trims and finished products as per applicable specifications and standards.

Perform physical, dimensional and functional tests as required.

Maintain proper records of all test results, inspection reports and laboratory documents.

Ensure laboratory equipment and testing instruments are properly maintained, calibrated and in working condition.

Coordinate with Quality, Production and other departments regarding testing requirements and quality issues.

Analyse test results and report deviations/non-conformities to the concerned department.

Support investigation of product/material quality issues and assist in identifying root causes.

Ensure testing is carried out according to approved test methods, customer specifications and internal quality standards.

Monitor availability of laboratory consumables, chemicals and other required materials.

Coordinate with external laboratories for testing and certification, when required.

Prepare and maintain laboratory records, test reports and documentation for audits.

Support internal, customer and external audits related to laboratory activities.

Ensure compliance with applicable automotive quality and safety requirements.

Train and guide junior laboratory staff, where applicable.

Candidate Requirements

Diploma/Degree in Mechanical, Automobile, Production, Textile, Chemistry or a related field, depending on the testing requirements.

3–5 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing laboratory/quality testing environment.

Experience in the automotive industry is preferred.

Experience in car seat/automotive seating manufacturing will be an added advantage.

Knowledge of material and product testing methods.

Good understanding of test specifications, inspection procedures and quality documentation.

Knowledge of laboratory equipment, calibration and maintenance.

Good analytical, documentation and reporting skills.

Basic knowledge of MS Excel and MS Office.

Good communication and coordination skills.

Candidates who can independently handle laboratory activities will be preferred.

Candidates residing in and around Sriperumbudur are preferred.

Pay

₹15,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits

Paid time off

Provident Fund

Work Location

In person